Nike falls after the bell as it announces job cuts and a weak quarter
Nike's after-hours slide is reportedly weighing on other footwear and apparel brands.
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Nike reported results for its fiscal first quarter on Thursday. It also announced operational changes, including job cuts.
Nike shares fell as much as 6% in after-hours trading. A Yahoo Finance market blog says the weak quarter is weighing on other footwear brands, including Lululemon, On and Hoka.
The blog does not give revenue figures, so those numbers are not confirmed here. Check the original report for the full details.
Key points
- Nike announced job cuts and operational changes alongside its fiscal first-quarter results.
- Shares dropped as much as 6% in after-hours trading Thursday.
- Footwear peers including Lululemon, On and Hoka were reportedly pulled lower too.
What it could mean for $NKE
This could be a test of how much one big brand's trouble spills onto its rivals. Investors may weigh whether the weakness is specific to Nike or points to wider pressure on footwear. Investors will be watching the market open for signs of how peers react. Anyone holding footwear names may want to review their exposure.
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